Framed Print : SILKWORM & MOTH. A new silkworm moth (Saturnia cynthia), caterpillar, and cocoon. Wood engraving, English, 1861
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SILKWORM & MOTH. A new silkworm moth (Saturnia cynthia), caterpillar, and cocoon. Wood engraving, English, 1861
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 7556923
Animal Caterpillar Cocoon Leaf Silk Worm Zoology Cynthia Saturnia
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Bring the beauty of nature into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating wood engraving, titled "SILKWORM & MOTH," showcases the transformation of a silkworm into a moth (Saturnia cynthia), accompanied by its caterpillar and cocoon. Dated back to 1861, this English masterpiece from The Granger Collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricacies of the natural world. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and enjoy its timeless charm for years to come.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 34cm x 29.2cm (13.4" x 11.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the year 1861, when English wood engraving was at its peak. The image showcases the life cycle of a remarkable creature - the silkworm moth (Saturnia cynthia). In intricate detail, we see three stages of this fascinating insect's existence. At the forefront is a vibrant caterpillar, its body adorned with leaf-like patterns that help it blend seamlessly into its environment. Behind it lies a cocoon, meticulously spun by the caterpillar as it prepares for metamorphosis. And finally, emerging from this delicate casing is the magnificent silkworm moth itself. The artist's skillful rendering brings out every texture and contour of these creatures, allowing us to appreciate their beauty up close. The fine lines etched into the wood create depth and dimensionality within each element of the composition. As we observe this print, we are reminded of nature's incredible ability to transform and adapt. From humble beginnings as a tiny caterpillar munching on leaves to an elegant silk-producing moth capable of flight – this artwork encapsulates both fragility and resilience. With its historical significance and artistic excellence, "SILKWORM & MOTH" serves as a timeless reminder of our connection to nature's wonders.
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